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BSKDN urges public-oriented regional innovation for impactful benefits
The Domestic Policy Strategy Agency (BSKDN) of the Home Affairs Ministry emphasized that regional innovation must be ...
Ministry targets 1,195 operational TPS3Rs to support waste management
The Environment Ministry is targeting the development of 1,195 Reduce-Reuse-Recycle Waste Management Sites (TPS3R) ...
Minister calls for internship program to include SMK graduates
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has proposed that the government's National Internship Program also include ...
Ministry to improve four key aspects to fix Papua maternal death
The Ministry of Health identified four key factors behind the death of Irene Sokoy and her unborn baby in Papua, and ...
Guinea-Bissau soldiers announce General as junta leader, cementing coup days after election
The Opposition alleges that deposed President Umaro Sissoco Embal had fabricated the coup to avoid an election defeat in Sunday's (November 23, 2025) closely contested presidential vote
Prabowo,Queen Mxima discuss Indonesia's financial inclusion, health
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Queen Mxima of the Netherlands discussed the transformation of ...
Minister flags IMIP Airport missteps, offers to deploy officers
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has expressed readiness to deploy officers to manage customs and excise ...
President Prabowo to establish national council for financial health
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will establish a national council for financial health to complement the National ...
Indians largest non-EU group immigrating to and emigrating from U.K.
Of the Indian citizens who arrived in the U.K. over the period, 90,000 arrived for study-related reasons, 46,000 came for work-related reasons, and 9000 for other reasons
President Prabowo urges quicker disaster response in regions
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has urged relevant ministries and agencies to accelerate disaster response ...
Minister urges cellular providers to repair BTS in disaster zones
Minister of Communication and Digital Meutya Hafid has urged telecommunication operators to promptly repair Base ...
Lukashenkos Myanmar Visit to Cement Deepening Authoritarian Alliance
The Belarusian leaders trip underscores growing military, political and economic ties as the junta seeks international legitimacy.
Minister deploys emergency response team for Sumatra flash floods
Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Pratikno has deployed an emergency response team to handle ...
Twin Parks project strengthens Indonesia-China economic ties: minister
Indonesia is strengthening economic cooperation with China through the Two Countries Twin Parks (TCTP) project, ...
Gov't distributes feed, vitamin to Semeru eruption impacted livestock
The Ministry of Agriculture has distributed feed, vitamins, and medicines to protect livestock affected by the Mount ...
Aceh declares emergency following widespread floods, landslides
Aceh Governor Muzakir Manaf has declared a state of emergency in response to widespread floods and landslides affecting ...
Army deploys hundreds to assist flood, landslide handling in Sumatra
The Indonesian Military's Army (TNI AD) has deployed hundreds of soldiers to assist in handling floods and ...
Indonesia's Gaza peacekeepers include 3,650 Air Force personnel
The Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) will contribute 3,650 personnel to the 20,000-strong force Indonesia is preparing to ...
Indonesia's rescuers search for missing people after flash flood
A joint rescue team continued searching several areas in Agam, West Sumatra, to find victims believed to have been ...
Indonesia's TNI-AU says no foreign flights at IMIP's private airport
The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) said it had not detected any foreign aircraft activity at a private airport in ...
The Story of Shwe Kokko: How a Border Backwater Became a Global Crime Hub
Over the past decade, the Karen State village has morphed from the home base of a border militia into one of Southeast Asias most notorious scam centers.
Indonesia intensifies search for victims after floods, landslides kill 49 people
Authorities prepare to implement cloud seeding to mitigate further rainfall in North Sumatra, while neighboring Provinces also grapple with severe flooding and landslides disrupting thousands of lives
Satellite expert Wahyudi Hasbi receives prestigious Nurtanio Award
Satellite and space expert Wahyudi Hasbi has been honored with the prestigious Nurtanio Award in recognition of his ...
BRIN pushes Biak spaceport plan into strategic priority list
Head of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) Arif Satria has urged that plans to develop a spaceport in ...
Indonesia completes destruction of radioactive-contaminated shrimp
Indonesias Cesium-137 Task Force has completed the destruction of imported shrimp products found to be ...
Peak Christmas--New Year travel expected on December 20, 24: RI Police
Indonesia expects two peak travel surges for the 2025 Christmas and 2026 New Year holidays, with the heaviest outbound ...
More than 20 dead and 14 missing as heavy rains trigger landslides and floods in Sri Lanka
The death toll has risen to 31 since last week, when Sri Lanka began grappling with severe weather
Tesla looks to reset strategy amid sluggish India sales
The EV maker has sold just over 100 cars in India since its much publicised debut in July this year.
Indonesian pushes social forestry to realize ecological justice
Indonesian Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni said on Thursday the countrys social forestry program has become a ...
Baznas delivers 6,000 meals to Banjarnegara landslide victims
The Indonesian National Alms Agency (Baznas), through its Food Bank program, has distributed around 6,000 portions of ...
Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal shot two National Guard members in D.C., raising concerns about refugee vetting processes
Train hits railway workers killing 11 in China
The station in Yunnan province has resumed normal services, and the cause of the accident is being investigated, they added in a statement.
Indonesia residents rush outside as 6.6 magnitude quake hits
The Indian Ocean tsunami warning centre said after the quake that there is no threat of a potential tsunami generated from the quake
Prabowo welcomes Dutch Queen Maximaat MerdekaPalace
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Thursday hosted Queen Maxima of the Netherlands at Merdeka Palace in Jakarta, ...
Venezuela bans major airlines after they halt flights over U.S. military activity warnings
The affected airlines are Spain's Iberia, Portugal's TAP, Colombia's Avianca, Chile and Brazil's LATAM, Brazil's GOL and Turkish Airlines
RI Govt expands free holiday travel program for Xmas and NY season
Indonesia will again offer free holiday travel for the 2025 Christmas and 2026 New Year period, aiming to ease traffic ...
Indonesia monitors citizens after deadly Hong Kong apartment fire
The Indonesian Consulate General (KJRI) in Hong Kong is closely monitoring the condition of Indonesian citizens ...
U.S. group sues Apple over Congo conflict minerals
A University of Nottingham study published in 2025 found forced and child labour at Congolese sites linked to Apple suppliers, the lawsuit said
Myanmar Junta Amnesties 3,000 Convicted Under Coup Dissent Law
The regime voided sentences and closed thousands of cases in a push to project openness before its widely condemned election.
Energy Minister backs TNI role in securing strategic assets
Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia voiced support for the involvement of the Indonesian National ...
Sumatra reels as deadly floods and landslides devastate communities
Indonesia awoke this week to scenes of devastation across Sumatra, where days of relentless rain triggered floods and ...
RI Govt to boost 3-kg LPGsupply for Christmas, New Year
Indonesia will increase supplies of subsidized 3-kilogram LPG canisters to ensure adequate stocks during the Christmas ...
As global supply chains realign and geopolitical dynamics reshape investment flows, Taiwanese and multinational ...
MiTAC Computing Signs New Distributor Partnership with Redington Limited
MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation, a global leader in AI, HPC, and energy-efficient server solutions, and a ...
Prabowo orders 1-MW solar plant for every Indonesian village
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has ordered the rollout of one-megawatt solar power plants in every village, a ...
Paks arms shopping post-Op Sindoor matter of concern: Navy official
Mumbai: Following Operation Sindoor in May, Pakistans procurement of arms from all over the world is a matter of concern, while China also remains an enduring challenge amid its growing assertiveness, Vice Admiral K Swaminathan has said. The senior officer, who heads the crucial Western Naval Command headquartered in Mumbai, noted the Chinese Navy has Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
RI Govt vows to enforce law over operations at IMIP airport
President Prabowo Subianto has ordered strict law enforcement regarding activities at the Indonesia Morowali Industrial ...
Trump says shooter of National Guard was Afghan committing act of terror
President Donald Trump called for his government to re-examine Afghan immigrants who entered the United States during the former President Joe Bidens administration.
Indonesia launches US$150M program to modernize C-130 Hercules fleet
Indonesias Defence Ministry announced that a modernization program for nine C-130 Hercules aircraft, launched by ...
The U.S., China and Circles for Peace in an age of fracture
In the tense relationship between the United States and China, Hong Kong emerges as a middle space a vantage point from which to imagine a way forward
Indonesia to hold emergency meeting on Sumatra floods, landslides
Indonesia will convene a cross-ministerial meeting on Thursday to accelerate emergency measures following severe floods ...
Couldn't do anything: deadly Hong Kong fire devours homes of thousands
A resident said that since the apartment complex was undergoing maintenance, many residents kept their windows shut -- so they did not hear the fire alarm.
-Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding P.S.C (Modon) today announced a strategic investment in Wellington ...
South Africa will not receive invitation for 2026 G20 summit, says Trump
The U.S. President chose not to have an American delegation attend the recent summit hosted by South Africa, saying he did so because white Afrikaners were being violently persecuted
Saudi Arabia to host Beyond Profit, first global non-profit forum
Beyond Profit, the first international non-profit forum, will be held in Riyadh from December 3 to 5 to highlight the ...
Prematurely released online, U.K. Budget increases child welfare allowance, taxes
Early in her Budget speech, Chancellor Rachel Reeves pointed to trade deals with the U.S., India and the E.U. as examples of how Labour was rebuilding the countrys economy
The Chilling Winter Twist Thriller, SKONECs Who's at the Door? Nominated for 2025 Korea Game Awards
-SKONEC Entertainment(KOSDAQ: 276040) announced that its definitive closed psychological horror ...
Govt to offer discounts for Christmas, New Year holiday travel
The Indonesian government will offer toll road and transportation ticket discounts to support public travel during the ...
India slams Pakistan over Ram Temple remarks, calls its objections baseless
New Delhi: India on Wednesday strongly rejected Pakistans criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modis participation at a ceremony in Ayodhyas Ram temple and said the neighbouring country, with a deeply strained record of repression of minorities, has no moral standing to lecture others. We have seen the reported remarks and reject them with the contempt Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Time for Indonesian durian to triumph in the global market
Indonesian durian is emerging as a new force in the global durian industry, following increasing demand and stronger ...
ARE Unveils Asia's First Benchmark on Bank Readiness for the Protein Transition
Asia Research & Engagement (ARE)today released the Protein Transition Bank Benchmark 2025, its first ...
EdgePoint Towers Sdn Bhd (EdgePoint) part of EdgePoint Infrastructure, a leading ...
Junta Seizes on US Move to End Protected Status for Myanmar Nationals
Analysts say the regime seeks to turn Trumps decision to scrap TPS for Myanmar citizens living in the US into an endorsement of the juntas widely condemned election.
Over 70 thousand legal aid posts established in 24 provinces: minister
The Indonesian government has so far established 70,115 Legal Aid Posts (Posbankum) across villages in 24 provinces, ...
Imran Khan's sisters demand probe into 'brutal' police assault on them outside Pakistans Adiala Jail
At the age of 71, I was seized by my hair, thrown violently to the ground, and dragged across the road, sustaining visible injuries, one of the sisters wrote in a letter to the police chief in Pakistans Punjab
Israel has handed over 15 more Palestinian bodies, hospital officials in Gaza say
With the latest swap, Israel has sent back to Gaza a total of 345 Palestinian bodies since the exchanges started last month, according to the Gaza Health Ministry
Permanent Sekolah Rakyat infrastructure to be finished mid-2026: govt
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf aims to complete the construction of 104 permanent Sekolah Rakyat ...
Minister encourages SOEs, private companies to mentor village co-ops
Cooperatives Minister Ferry Juliantono has urged private companies and state-owned enterprises (SOEs) to mentor Red and ...
50 thousand families voluntarily leave social aid program: minister
Some 50 thousand families have voluntarily pulled out from the social aid program after acknowledging that they are now ...
ASDP corruption acquittal process awaits presidential order: minister
Law and Human Rights Minister Supratman Andi Agtas said on Wednesday that the acquittal process for three defendants in ...
Ministry inaugurates 860 teachers to strengthen Sekolah Rakyat
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf on Wednesday inaugurated 860 teachers for Sekolah Rakyat schools, a ...
Minister backs Bali's move to curb productive land conversion
Indonesia's Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning Nusron Wahid on Wednesday voiced support for ...
East Kalimantan develops Sacha Inchi for nutrition, biofuel
East Kalimantans Regional Research and Innovation Agency (BRIDA) is partnering with private companies to develop ...
BNPB prioritizes aid for flood, landslide victims in West Sumatra
The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) said it is prioritizing the fulfillment of needs for victims of floods, ...
Climate Change Bill to include carbon integrity monitoring: Ministry
The Ministry of Environment confirmed that a mechanism for monitoring and safeguarding Indonesias carbon ...
Govt to bring national internship participants to 100,000 in Batch 3
The Indonesian Ministry of Manpower is targeting the number of participants in the government's National Internship ...
RI to involve indigenous community participation in carbon trading
Deputy Minister of Forestry Rohmat Marzuki has affirmed that the ministry will advocate for the involvement of forest ...
Govt pushes carbon scheme to restore 12 million hectares critical land
The Indonesian government conveyed its readiness to collaborate with various parties to support forest and land ...
Gov't fulfills needs of health workers to ensure accessible healthcare
The Ministry of Health has reaffirmed its commitment to fulfilling the needs of health human resources to ensure ...
Myanmars Ruby Town Braces for Return of Junta in China-Brokered Handover
Residents flee as the Taang National Liberation Army clears resistance allies from Mogoke and prepares to escort regime forces into the town.
Gov't ensures sufficient fuel, LPG stocks for year-end holidays
Deputy Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Yuliot Tanjung confirmed that fuel oil and LPG (Liquefied ...
India suffer heaviest defeat as SA complete series sweep
South Africa hand India their heaviest defeat by runs to complete a compelling 2-0 series sweep in Guwahati on Wednesday.
West Sumatra declares disaster emergency amid floods, landslides
West Sumatra province has declared a disaster emergency response from November 25 to December 8, 2025, after floods, ...
Help Us Investigate Seized Scam Compound, Karen Rebels Urge Intl Community
The Karen National Union says it needs the worlds help in managing the investigation and dissolution of a scam compound that unexpectedly fell into its hands last Friday.
OKI Launches Projection Assembly SystemTM in Southeast Asia
-OKI (TOKYO: 6703) launched its Projection Assembly SystemTM(Note 1) in Thailand and Indonesia, which supports ...
Indonesia scales up training to deploy skilled workers to Europe
Indonesias Ministry of Migrant Worker Protection on Wednesday launched a plate-welder training program for ...
India and China trade barbs after passenger detained at Shanghai airport
Pema Wangjom Thongdok's detention at Shanghai aiport has fuelled a diplomatic row between Delhi and Beijing.
RI President outlines three directives to improve athlete welfare
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has ordered three major measures to improve athlete welfare, including ...
RI pushes nature-based solutions in forestry sector, dy minister says
Indonesia is advancing nature-based solutions in its forestry sector to strengthen the economic value of carbon and ...
Imec Strengthens Its Global Presence with New Regional Research & Development Hub in Qatar
New research facility, set to open in early 2026, will function as a central hub in the Gulf region for advanced ...
